Boyd Bros Transportation & WTI Transport Hit by Ransomware Attack, Exposing Sensitive Data On May 12, 2026, Boyd Bros Transportation LLC and WTI Transport, two Alabama-based flatbed trucking carriers, detected unauthorized access to their computer systems. The companies, which operate a fleet serving the eastern two-thirds of the U.S., specialize in transporting steel and building materials and maintain terminals in Alabama, Georgia, and North Carolina. An investigation confirmed the incident as a ransomware attack, with the hacking group CHAOS claiming responsibility. The group announced the breach on a dark web forum on May 17, 2026, threatening to release stolen data. While the companies blocked further unauthorized activity, the breach exposed sensitive personal information, including: - Names - Social Security numbers - Addresses - Email addresses - Dates of birth - Contact details - Driver’s license information Affected individuals including employees, drivers, and others were notified by mail on June 22, 2026. The law firm Shamis & Gentile P.A. is investigating potential legal action for those impacted, citing possible compensation for damages. The incident underscores the growing threat of ransomware attacks targeting supply chain and logistics sectors.